“The little church with a big heart”
Rev. George Southerland sees the spirit of Rev. Peter Fossett still alive in Cumminsville Church today.
Theme: Religion
George Southerland
In 1998, the pastor and several members of Cumminsville Baptist Church in Cincinnati generously shared what they had heard about the founder of their church. The Rev. Peter Fossett’s presence is still vivid a century after his death. His photograph is in the vestibule of the church building, to which the congregation moved because of construction of an interstate highway. The Rev. George Southerland, Martha Fletcher, and Edna and Lucius Roberts spoke of what they heard of Reverend Fossett’s generosity, his accomplishments, and the respect in which he was held across the whole city of Cincinnati.
Interview Information
8 Nov. 1998, Cincinnati, OH
Interviewees: Rev. George Southerland, Martha Fletcher, Edna Roberts, Lucius Roberts
Excerpts
"They respected his authority"
Martha Fletcher remembers her mother talking about Rev. Peter Fossett’s reputation in Cincinnati.
Themes: Achievement, Religion
“That’s so outstanding that he would care”
Martha Fletcher speaks about what is most important about Rev. Peter Fossett and the church he founded.
Theme: Religion
“This church was built from the ground”
Martha Fletcher recalls what she heard about the purchase of land for Cumminsville Church.
Theme: Achievement